Lonely Planet Wants You to Take a Hike
Yes, we know many LGBTQ+ travelers enjoy kicking back on a beach in the summer, but throughout the year, some of us also enjoy active vacations and the thrill of adventure, which sometimes means taking the road less traveled.
So to those adveutureous queer travelers, we say, “Go Take a Hike!” No, we mean literally go take a hike using one of the suggestions provided in Lonely Planet’s Epic Hikes of the Americas, the newest guidebook from the famed travel brand.
Readers will find curated guidance on 50 hiking routes across the Americas via first-hand accounts from trusted Lonely Planet experts, including an orientation toolkit to help plan the trip – from the best time of year to hike, how to get there, and any special equipment required.
After all, North, South, and Central America are adventure playgrounds for hikers. Those exploring by foot will encounter a huge variety of terrain, climate, and landscape, as well as fascinating culture and history along the way which is why a good guidebook is so essential.
The entries in Epic Hikes of the Americas include contributions from Emily Ford, the first woman to complete Wisconsin’s Ice Age Trail in the winter, and Christian McMahon, a disability advocate who demonstrates how hiking the Cholla Cactus Garden Trail can be experienced differently for people with disabilities.
The book does a great job of offering experiences across all levels and abilities, with hikes ranging from a few hours to months-long undertakings that require planning and supplies. Readers can find themselves hiking through rainforests and skipping over waterfalls in Hawaii’s Halawa Valley, or experiencing the heart-pounding exhilaration of Angel’s Landing in Zion Park. It all depends on what you’re in the mood for.
“Outdoor travel is trending as a lasting result of the global pandemic, and travelers are looking to reap the mental and wellness benefits of spending time in nature,” said Sebastian Modak, Editor-at-Large at Lonely Planet. “Our new Epic Hikes of the Americas guide is intended to inspire travelers to reach for their boots and strike out somewhere new.”
Get your copy now at www.shop.lonelyplanet.com.
